The majority of testers mentioned that each layer dried fairly quickly, and they were impressed with the overall result. Many commented on how great the colour of the nail polishes were, as well as the shine finish. Some did find that they had to wait a short amount of time between the second coat of the polish and the top coat to avoid transfer of the colour of the polish onto the top coat brush.

In terms of longevity of wear, most testers found that the colour remained chip-free for anywhere between three and seven days, depending on how much work they did with their hands. Most did comment, however, that the shine remained for all days of the trial, and that the polish lasted longer without chipping than their regular polishes.

Overall, testers were pleased with the shine and gel-like finish of the three-step system, and were happy that the manicure was quick and easy to remove when done.

*Based on a survey of 20 beautyheaven Trial Team members

The products for this Trial Team have been provided by OPI for the purpose of trial and review. All reviews submitted are the honest, authentic and genuine sentiments of the beautyheaven members participating in this trial.

Our independent testers say

Lilypilly

Member
since7/04/2010

Lilypilly

Star Rating:

4

“The resultant manicure is so shiny; it definitely can pass for a real gel polish manicure and is quite hard-wearing as well. Even when I am very rough with my nails, it's about three days before the first sign of wear appears on my digits (and only on a few nails). I would happily continue to wear the shade for a whole week before the chips starts to make it look tired and worn and with a quick nail polish remover wipe, I am ready for a new manicure - so much easier to remove than gel polishes.&rdquor;

Ms Jelena

Star Rating:

5

“I don't normally follow the three-step process, but this OPI Infinite Shine Gel Effects Lacquer System was easy to use and very quick, so I didn't mind at all. My nails were dry in no time and the only downside was the distraction caused by shiny nails and me constantly admiring them. But this is something I can live with! &rdquor;

moncheri

Star Rating:

5

“I never would have imagined I could get such opulent glossy colour until I used the OPI Infinite Shine Gel Effects Lacquer System and now that I've used this system I don't think I will ever go back to ordinary nails again! It is just so fantastic. &rdquor;

L I V I A

Star Rating:

5

“This shade is so pretty looking and I can't stop staring at my nails. It went onto my nails smoothly without any issues at all. Overall, the results resemble a gel-like effect for my nails and what's great is that I didn't even have to leave my house to get nice salon-style nails.&rdquor;

Ronii

Star Rating:

5

“This topcoat gives a really shiny and glossy finish to the manicure and I absolutely love it! I can't say it protects my nail polish very well as they started chipping after 5 days but even after 2 weeks when all my nails have chipped, the glossiness is still very intact.&rdquor;